State Requirements for Flipping

[Cody Hunter]

Hi All,

I am curious as to each state laws for flipping/rehabbing as a business. Let's see if we can cross off each states requirement's. Thank you for contributing. 

I'll share Oregon's point of view: If you are purchasing a property in the pursuit of a business and not occupying it as a primary residence, you are required to obtain a contractor or developer license.  
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Tennessee
Texas
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Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming

[Marty Boardman]

I fix and flip in Arizona, Wisconsin, Illinois and Indiana. There are no licenses required. Permits required vary widely based on the scope of work and city the property is located.

For example, in West Allis, WI you must pull a permit to install a new bathroom vanity/toilet. But you can replace the windows, install a roof or repair the foundation without a permit. Seems silly to me. 

In Phoenix, AZ you can almost tear a house down to the studs without getting a permit (okay that may be a bit of an over exaggeration) but you can do a lot at the property without getting permission/approval.